With the Holiday’s fast approaching, I thought it would be fit to pair this Gracious graphic tee with this fun sequin pencil skirt. How fabulous is this tee, Always Stay Gracious Best Revenge Is Your Paper? The famous words straight from the Queen Bey’s mouth. This sequin skirt is GORG also. I wanted to give that edgy look so I paired it with this motto leather jacket. Bad Ass Chic, is the vibes I think it portrays. It’s for that chic that is on her grind daily and about her business. It is also for that Bad Ass Chic who is that mom that is the backbone for her family, makes sure the kids are at school on time, dinner is cooked, laundry is done and the house is clean and still has time to have alone time with the Hubs. Now that is a Bad Ass Chic!

This is the perfect outfit for a New Year’s Night Out or any Holiday Party.

Did you remember to turn your time back? I didn’t!!! I just know that my cellphone automatically did it for me. So, when I finally realized it, I was in my car headed to this photoshoot. Fall back, means early nights. But it’s OK, that is an extra hour in the day to grind. I actually loved how these photos turned out, even though the early sunset TRIED IT and didn’t want me to be great!

I am crushing big time on these pointy toe, sock fitted ankle booties. They are everything and they will be in rotation this Fall/Winter season. I knew I wanted to pair them with this Pink Stitch Romper from Revolve. It’s actually on sale now, so if interested, be sure to get it before it’s sold out. I’m wearing a size 6.

My toddler absolutely loves Mommy’s “Cheesy Mac & Cheese”. This is one of his favorite dishes and it is so easy to make. I want to start sharing more with you babes. I am so much more than just Fashion! I want to share some of my easy recipe dishes with you also. If you’re a busy mommy, like myself, you will enjoy these dishes that the kids will love. What kid doesn’t like Cheesy Mac & Cheese for lunch or dinner? What Adult doesn’t like it either? This dish is great by itself or as a side.

First, you will need macaroni, shredded cheese, velveeta cheese, sour cream, butter, milk and a baking dish. You can add salt & pepper to taste or add whatever seasonings that you prefer. Boil the macaroni and drain, once cooked.

Layer the baking dish. Add cheese first, then macaroni, cheese again, and so on until the baking dish is filled to the top (sort of think about how you layer lasagna before putting it in the oven). Once all layers are completed…

Add the milk, velveeta cheese and butter to a microwave safe dish (I just use my measuring cup) and microwave until melted. I usually put my microwave on 1 minute and watch it closely. If you prefer, you can also melt on the stove in a pot. Whichever you prefer.

Once melted, pour this mixture over the layered macaroni & shredded cheese in the baking dish. It’s starting to look YUMMY now!!!

Add the sour cream and stir. This is also where I will add salt and pepper. Once the melted mixture and sour cream are completely mixed in, add more shredded cheese on top and place in the oven on 350 degrees for about 20-30 minutes. You just want everything to bake together and melt the cheese.

Voila! The finished product is oh so cheesy and creamy. You can choose to brown the top crispier, but my son doesn’t like the crisp (and I don’t either). HEHEHE

By the looks of it, I think Mason likes it! This is by far one of his faves by Mommy. Don’t you just love that face??!?!

RECIPE DETAILS

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups milk

1/2 block of Velveeta Cheese

1lb bag of Shredded Cheese

2 tbsp Butter

1 lb Macaroni

2 tbsp Sour Cream

Baking Dish

Salt, Pepper to taste

Directions:

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees

Bring macaroni to boil. Once cooked, drain. Layer the baking dish with shredded cheese, macaroni, and repeat until baking dish is filled to top.

Add remaining ingredients, milk, velveeta cheese (cut into cubes for easier melting), and butter and melt completely. Once completely melted, pour over layered macaroni and shredded cheese. Add sour cream, salt & pepper and stir. Once all ingredients are evenly distributed, add a layer of shredded cheese and place in oven for 20-30 min.

Let me know if you try this dish and how you, the kids or your family enjoyed it. #cookingwithcharee

I don’t think there is any fashion blogger on the web that doesn’t own a pair of these . I’ve had my pair since last year, and believe it or not, this is my 2nd time wearing them. I wore them to the Bad Boy concert a couple of months back here in Atlanta. They are super comfy and pretty much can be styled any way. So don’t get disappointed if you start seeing a lot more of them on the blog. Don’t fret…if you don’t want to spend that hefty price tag for Stuart Weitzman’s pair, Steve Madden has a pair that is very similar and Asos has a similar pair also.

The weather here in Atlanta has been amazing. I mean we have been in the 80’s since the season has changed. It’s kind of hard to try to get into the Fall spirit of scarves and jackets and coats. It has been easy to pull out the Fall boots, I will say. No complaining on my end, I can dig this weather all year round…Y’all know I’m a Summer girl anyway! I can’t get enough of the SUN!

I am obsessed with these faux fur ball key chains also. LOL! I feel like it gives my bag that instant POP of Style! I found a couple of different colors at TJ Maxx, but you can find them pretty much anywhere and they don’t cost anything. They are very affordable if you want to jump on that trend train and get you a couple. So far, I am loving the darker colors for Fall. I have the dark green one, that is a similar one here and I also copped a deep dark red one too, that I rock with my black bags. I love them! And you wouldn’t believe how many compliments I receive. So go on and add that to your must have list too… HEHEHE

I felt like dressing comfy but still wanted to wear heels. This was the perfect outfit to do just that. Most times, people confuse fashion with wearing what others want to see you in, as opposed to just wearing what you want to wear. If you feel like throwing on some joggers with heels, or some sweat pants with heels, GO FOR IT! Style is about YOU, not what everyone is doing or what everyone wants to see you in.

I wore this outfit last week and hadn’t had a chance to post it to the blog. I actually wore it with my Adidas sneakers and then later in the evening, I changed into my heels and added my Jumbo Love bag. I am still in love with this bag. It is by far, still one of my faves.